Key West — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Key West Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Key West Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Key West Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Key West Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Key West Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Key West Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Key West has 116 FDACS-regulated facilities with 172 inspections on record and 249 stop-sale orders issued.

Key West FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

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Key West FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Key West Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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Key West: Notable Restaurants

Key West: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Key West Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Key West?

Key West, Florida has 403 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Key West?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Key West is 90.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Key West this year?

4 food establishments in Key West have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Key West?

The most frequently cited violations in Key West are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Key West?

Hampton Inn has the most locations in Key West with 2 establishments.

How does Key West compare to the Florida state average?

Key West has a pass rate of 90.5%, which is 4.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Key West?

Food establishments in Key West have an average of 13.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Key West been assessed?

Food establishments in Key West have been assessed $63,290 in fines across 185 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $348 and the largest single fine was $1,680.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Key West restaurants?

67 fire safety violations have been documented across 45 food establishments in Key West. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Key West inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Key West, Florida has 116 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 172 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Key West?

FDACS has issued 249 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Key West, including 15 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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